Testing of BIOWASH™ was conducted against pathogens which commonly cause orthopedic infections. Compared to irrigants requiring immediate rinsing, BIOWASH™ can safely remain in the surgical wound. BIOWASH™ delivers a cumulative reduction in bioburden contamination, surpassing the effectiveness of the antiseptic irrigants shown below.

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NOTE: In Vitro results have not been shown to definitively correlate with clinical outcomes.